GRAPHIC EQUIPMENT CORP
55 WESTER AVE, Metuchen, NJ 08840
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Inspection records
Mar 2, 2021#345172795Mar 2, 2021Referral (C) · Complete scope, Safety#345172795$25,8045 viol.5 violations$25,804 in penalties
Inspection #345172795
Dates
- Opened
- Mar 2, 2021
- Closing Conference Date
- Mar 2, 2021
- Final Order
- Sep 28, 2021
- Closed
- Sep 28, 2022
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 50
- Related Activity
- 1 referral
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 5
- Violation Types
- 5 serious
- Initial Penalties
- $36,863
- Penalties on Record
- $25,804
- Site Address
- 55 Wester Ave., Metuchen, NJ 08840
- Industry
- 332710 Machine Shops
Referral Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a referral inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. Referral inspections can result from another agency, another OSHA activity, or another source referring a potential hazard to OSHA.
Violations
Violation list (5 of 5 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 5A0001 General Duty Clause, Section 5(a)(1) | Serious | 1 | 14 | $9,557 | $6,751 | Sep 20, 2021 | - | Sep 28, 2021 |
| 01002 | 1910.110 Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases OSHA citation code: 19100110 F06 II | Serious | 1 | 14 | $8,192 | $5,551 | Sep 3, 2021 | - | Sep 28, 2021 |
| 01003 | 1910.212 General Requirements for All Machines (Machine Guarding) OSHA citation code: 19100212 A01 | Serious | 4 | 5 | $9,557 | $6,751 | Sep 20, 2021 | - | Sep 28, 2021 |
| 01004A | 1910.1200 Hazard Communication OSHA citation code: 19101200 E01 | Serious | 1 | 19 | $9,557 | $6,751 | Sep 20, 2021 | - | Sep 28, 2021 |
| 01004B | 1910.1200 Hazard Communication OSHA citation code: 19101200 H01 | Serious | 1 | 19 | $0 | $0 | Sep 20, 2021 | - | Sep 28, 2021 |
Jun 17, 2011#315638759Jun 17, 2011Planned (H) · Complete scope, Health#315638759$2,6782 viol.2 violations$2,678 in penalties
Inspection #315638759
Dates
- Opened
- Jun 17, 2011
- Closing Conference Date
- Jun 17, 2011
- Closed
- Jul 22, 2011
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 45
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 2
- Violation Types
- 2 serious
- Initial Penalties
- $3,570
- Penalties on Record
- $2,678
- Site Address
- 55 Wester Ave., Metuchen, NJ 08840
- Industry
- 332710 Machine Shops
Planned Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a planned inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. Planned inspections are part of OSHA's scheduled enforcement activity rather than being opened directly from a complaint or reported incident at that worksite.
Violations
Violation list (2 of 2 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.37 Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes OSHA citation code: 19100037 A02 | Serious | 1 | 2 | $1,785 | $1,339 | Aug 8, 2011 | - | - |
| 01003 | 1910.303 Electrical - General Requirements OSHA citation code: 19100303 G01 II | Serious | 2 | 2 | $1,785 | $1,339 | Aug 8, 2011 | - | - |
Dec 11, 2002#304726920Dec 11, 2002Planned (H) · Complete scope, Safety#304726920$3,10512 viol.12 violations$3,105 in penalties
Inspection #304726920
Dates
- Opened
- Dec 11, 2002
- Closing Conference Date
- Dec 11, 2002
- Closed
- Feb 7, 2003
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 40
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 12
- Violation Types
- 7 serious, 5 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $3,555
- Penalties on Record
- $3,105
- Site Address
- 55 Wester Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840
- Industry
- Not classified in OSHA's inspection record.
Planned Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a planned inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. Planned inspections are part of OSHA's scheduled enforcement activity rather than being opened directly from a complaint or reported incident at that worksite.
Violations
Violation list (8 of 12 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 5A0001 General Duty Clause, Section 5(a)(1) | Serious | 1 | 5 | $1,125 | $675 | Jan 31, 2003 | - | - |
| 01002 | 1910.23 Ladders OSHA citation code: 19100023 A08 | Serious | 2 | 2 | $405 | $405 | Jan 31, 2003 | - | - |
| 01003 | 1910.23 Ladders OSHA citation code: 19100023 C01 | Serious | 1 | 1 | $540 | $540 | Jan 31, 2003 | - | - |
| 01004A | 1910.147 Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) OSHA citation code: 19100147 C04 II | Serious | 1 | 2 | $540 | $540 | Jan 31, 2003 | - | - |
| 01004B | 1910.147 Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) OSHA citation code: 19100147 C07 I | Serious | 2 | 2 | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 2003 | - | - |
| 01005 | 1910.151 Medical Services and First Aid OSHA citation code: 19100151 C | Serious | 2 | 11 | $405 | $405 | Jan 31, 2003 | - | - |
| 01006 | 1910.212 General Requirements for All Machines (Machine Guarding) OSHA citation code: 19100212 A01 | Serious | 2 | 2 | $540 | $540 | Jan 31, 2003 | - | - |
| 02001A | 1910.38 Emergency Action Plans OSHA citation code: 19100038 B01 | Other | 1 | 20 | $0 | $0 | Jan 31, 2003 | - | - |
Showing the 8 violations listed first by citation identifier. This inspection has 12 total violations documented in the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA enforcement database. The complete violation list is available at enforcedata.dol.gov.
Mar 13, 2001#303286280Mar 13, 2001Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Health#303286280$2,6266 viol.6 violations$2,626 in penalties
Inspection #303286280
Dates
- Opened
- Mar 13, 2001
- Closing Conference Date
- Aug 31, 2001
- Closed
- Jan 3, 2002
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 50
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 6
- Violation Types
- 6 serious
- Initial Penalties
- $3,500
- Penalties on Record
- $2,626
- Site Address
- 55 Wester Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840
- Industry
- Not classified in OSHA's inspection record.
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Chemical Exposure Sampling7 substances sampled
Air monitoring samples collected by OSHA during this inspection. Results grouped by substance.
| Substance | Samples | Result Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-Butanone | 1 | 7.7423711 | ppm |
| Isopropyl Acetate | 1 | 9.9502172 | ppm |
| Methyl (n-amyl) ketone | 2 | 1.0558952 - 1.3278681 | ppm |
| n-Butyl Acetate | 2 | 0.6332607 - 4.7820692 | ppm |
| Toluene | 1 | 4.9684758 | ppm |
| Toluene-2,4-Diisocyanate (TDI) | 3 | 0 | mg/m³ |
| Trimethylbenzene (mixed isomers) | 1 | 0.1046026 | ppm |
Violations
Violation list (6 of 6 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.106 Flammable Liquids OSHA citation code: 19100106 E06 I | Serious | 1 | 2 | $1,000 | $750 | Sep 11, 2001 | - | - |
| 01002A | 1910.303 Electrical - General Requirements OSHA citation code: 19100303 G01 II | Serious | 1 | 4 | $750 | $563 | Sep 11, 2001 | - | - |
| 01002B | 1910.305 Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment OSHA citation code: 19100305 B01 | Serious | 1 | 4 | $0 | $0 | Sep 11, 2001 | - | - |
| 01003A | 1910.1200 Hazard Communication OSHA citation code: 19101200 E01 | Serious | 1 | 2 | $1,000 | $750 | Oct 24, 2001 | - | - |
| 01003B | 1910.1200 Hazard Communication OSHA citation code: 19101200 H01 | Serious | 1 | 2 | $0 | $0 | Oct 24, 2001 | - | - |
| 01004 | 1910.134 Respiratory Protection OSHA citation code: 19100134 C01 | Serious | 1 | 2 | $750 | $563 | Oct 24, 2001 | - | - |
Oct 19, 1983#11315777Oct 19, 1983Planned (H) · Records Only scope, Safety#11315777$00 viol.0 violations$0 in penalties
Inspection #11315777
Dates
- Opened
- Oct 19, 1983
- Closing Conference Date
- Oct 20, 1983
- Closed
- Oct 24, 1983
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- Not recorded
- Owner Type
- Not recorded
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 38
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 0
- Initial Penalties
- $0
- Penalties on Record
- $0
- Site Address
- 55 Wester Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840
- Industry
- Not classified in OSHA's inspection record.
Planned Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a planned inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. Planned inspections are part of OSHA's scheduled enforcement activity rather than being opened directly from a complaint or reported incident at that worksite.
May 24, 1983#11241429May 24, 1983Planned (H) · Complete scope, Health#11241429$08 viol.8 violations$0 in penalties
Inspection #11241429
Dates
- Opened
- May 24, 1983
- Closing Conference Date
- May 27, 1983
- Closed
- Mar 22, 1984
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- Not recorded
- Owner Type
- Not recorded
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 34
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 8
- Violation Types
- 8 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $0
- Penalties on Record
- $0
- Site Address
- 55 Wester Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840
- Industry
- Not classified in OSHA's inspection record.
Planned Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a planned inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. Planned inspections are part of OSHA's scheduled enforcement activity rather than being opened directly from a complaint or reported incident at that worksite.
Violations
Violation list (8 of 8 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.106 Flammable Liquids OSHA citation code: 19100106 E02 IVD | Other | 1 | - | $0 | $0 | Jun 24, 1983 | - | - |
| 01002 | 1910.107 Spray Finishing Using Flammable and Combustible Materials OSHA citation code: 19100107 B05 I | Other | 1 | - | $0 | $0 | Jul 11, 1983 | - | - |
| 01003 | 1910.151 Medical Services and First Aid OSHA citation code: 19100151 C | Other | 2 | - | $0 | $0 | Jul 11, 1983 | - | - |
| 01004 | 1910.213 Woodworking Machinery Requirements OSHA citation code: 19100213 H04 | Other | 1 | - | $0 | $0 | Jun 10, 1983 | - | - |
| 01005 | 1910.215 Abrasive Wheel Machinery OSHA citation code: 19100215 A02 | Other | 2 | - | $0 | $0 | Jun 10, 1983 | - | - |
| 01006 | 1910.219 Mechanical Power-Transmission Apparatus OSHA citation code: 19100219 D01 | Other | 1 | - | $0 | $0 | Jul 1, 1983 | - | - |
| 01007 | 1910.219 Mechanical Power-Transmission Apparatus OSHA citation code: 19100219 E01 I | Other | 1 | - | $0 | $0 | Jul 1, 1983 | - | - |
| 01008 | 1910.304 Electrical - Wiring Design and Protection OSHA citation code: 19100304 F04 | Other | 2 | - | $0 | $0 | Jun 10, 1983 | - | - |
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Source: OSHA chemical exposure sampling data (OSHA Information System). P = Personal (worker breathing zone), A = Area (general air). Rows marked QC are analytical quality control measurements, not chemical exposures. OSHA PEL (Permissible Exposure Limit) values from the OSHA Occupational Chemical Database, matched via IMIS substance code (analyte code) (exact government key).
Understanding These Penalties
The maximum penalty for a serious violation in 2025 is $16,550 per violation. For willful violations, the range is $11,823 to $165,514. The current penalty column shows the latest amount on record in OSHA's database for each citation. When the current penalty differs from the initial penalty, OSHA's records show that the amount changed during the enforcement process, but this page does not determine the specific reason for each change. Penalty amounts are set by OSHA and adjusted annually for inflation.
6 inspections, 1983 to 2021. Each row is one inspection; point at or tap a row for its dates and totals.
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Standards cited
Chemical exposure sampling
Industry comparison
BLS 2024 survey: machine shops reported 2.7 injuries and illnesses per 100 full-time workers (total recordable cases, national, private industry; relative standard error 7.0%; NAICS 33271 level). This is an industry-wide average from a federal survey, not a measurement of this establishment. Source